Local nonprofit Community Loaves bakes fresh bread for those in need
Food banks in Washington are reporting double the number of visitors due to the pandemic. But thanks to local group Community Loaves, many get fresh bread.5 years ago
SU law professor: State was ‘actually an outlier’ before court ruling on drug possession
Law professor Deborah Ahrens explains how a controversial court ruling actually brought the state in line with drug laws across the country.6 years ago
Puget Sound parents on how they feel about their school districts’ reopening plans
KIRO Radio's Gee & Ursula Show opened the phone lines for parents to share how they feel about what's happening in their kids' school district.6 years ago
What we can do now to help COVID-19 restrictions relax sooner
Virologist Dr. Angela Rasmussen thinks if more people are vaccinated and are diligent about COVID precautions, a relaxation of restrictions could happen.6 years ago
Washington lawmaker: ‘Now is the time’ to consider doing away with summer break
With the pandemic continuing to cause difficulties for students, one state lawmaker thinks now is the perfect time to consider a year-round school calendar.6 years ago
WA teacher develops ‘survival’ class for critical life skills like budgeting, job interviews
Taylor Edwards, a teacher at Graham-Kapowsin High School talks to the Gee & Ursula Show about the class she created, teaching students critical life skills.6 years ago
How the Mars Perseverance mission could provide clues to where Earth is headed
Astronaut Ron Garan on the mission of the Mars Rover Perseverance, and what exploring beyond our planet teaches us about our shared humanity.6 years ago
Former King County Sheriff: Amid calls for reform, ‘this is the best time to come into policing’
Calls for police reform have grown over the last year, and former Sheriff Sue Rahr, believes that affords prospective officers a unique opportunity.6 years ago
Why some restaurants could still struggle if state relaxes indoor dining cap
While continuing to increase capacity would be an added relief for many Washington restaurants, it may not actually move the needle for smaller businesses.6 years ago
COVID variants may not be more deadly, but virologist says ‘avoid contracting it at all costs’
Virologist Dr. Rasmussen is happy COVID case numbers are down, but she doesn't think the worst is behind us. Variants can rapidly reverse any decline.6 years ago
Superintendent Reykdal: Concern over reopening schools ‘isn’t matching’ with science
The state superintendent says the science shows schools can reopen safely, and is asking all school districts to submit an updated reopening plan.6 years ago
WA Rep: Wealth tax ‘could put a major tool in the box’ to limit reliance on sales, property tax
If a bill in Olympia passes, Washington state's richest residents -- including Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos -- could end up paying a wealth tax.6 years ago
Safeway, Albertsons to soon begin administering COVID vaccine
David Green, Director of Pharmacy for Safeway Albertsons, on the plan to direct ship COVID vaccines to pharmacies -- and how you can make an appointment.6 years ago
Why some Puget Sound restaurants aren’t opening indoor dining in Phase 2
While some Puget Sound restaurants have been eager to bring back indoor dining, not everyone is taking advantage of newly-relaxed restrictions.6 years ago
Seattle CEO: Push to tax Washington’s billionaires a ‘simple, obvious solution’
A new bill in the state Legislature looks to tax the state's billionaires, a move that a Seattle CEO says is needed to even the playing field.6 years ago
Washington lawmaker says letting government offer internet ‘gives us another option’
WA Rep. Drew Hansen is sponsoring a bill that would allow local government to offer broadband internet, which he views as another option for consumers.6 years ago
Seattle CEO: GameStop stock controversy has implications that go beyond Wall Street
Gravity Payments CEO Dan Price weighs in on a developing controversy on Wall Street, after Reddit users shake up Wall Street by buying GameStop stock.6 years ago
Two features a virologist says matter most for face masks
Some disease experts suggest wearing two masks to protect against more transmissible variants of COVID. Dr. Angela Rasmussen says it's the fit that matters.6 years ago
Kent Meridian coach says sports could offer schedule, normalcy for students
The Kent School District says no sports until kids are in class. Justin Callander, football coach at Kent Meridian, shares his thoughts on the decision.6 years ago
Failing grades up 600% at Garfield High: Should letter grades be handed out during COVID?
Failing grades are up over 600% at Garfield High School in Seattle. Gee and Ursula debate if kids should be getting letter grades during the COVID pandemic.6 years ago
Report: Pandemic could double number of homeless individuals nationally
Scott Greenstone from the Seattle Times on a dire new study projecting the homeless population will double in two years as a result of COVID-19.6 years ago
Gee & Ursula: Biden inauguration brings ‘faith in a better tomorrow’ as nation looks to heal
Inauguration Day for President Joe Biden had KIRO Radio's Gee Scott, Ursula Reutin, Dave Ross, and Colleen O'Brien reflecting on the last four years.6 years ago
Virologist: COVID-19 vaccines provide ‘hope that the end is in sight’
Dr. Angela Rasmussen says the vaccines provide hope, but it's not the end of COVID-19. She shares an analogy comparing the pandemic to falling in a well.6 years ago
